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BMW R50 2 19611961 BMW R50 2 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
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| General information | |
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| Model | BMW R50 2 |
| Year | 1961 |
| Category | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 494.0 ccm (30.14 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Power | 26.0 HP (19.0 kW)) @ 5800 RPM |
| Top speed | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
| Compression | 7.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 24mm Bing |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Magneto |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Dry-single plate-cable operated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.10 litres/100 km (19.6 km/l or 46.12 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 118.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel doble cradle |
| Front suspension | Cartridge |
| Rear suspension | Twin shock-Swingarm |
| Front tire | 3.50-18 |
| Rear tire | 3.50-18 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex full hub |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex full hub |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Seat | Dual seat |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 195.0 kg (429.9 pounds) |
| Overall height | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2125 mm (83.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 660 mm (26.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm (55.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
| Carrying capacity | 360kg-with sidecar 600kg |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 61 BMW R50 2 discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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